Alfred lima biography
Lima was born Dec. 5, , and educated at Bristol County Agricultural High School — a star track team member, says lifelong friend Everett.
A Fall River native, Al's professional work includes forty-three years as a city planner and consultant for towns such as Concord, Massachusetts, and cities....
Alfred J. Lima, Recipient 2018
Alfred J.
Lima, a longtime FRHS member, is being recognized for his work with numerous community organizations in which he has served in various capacities, and for his tireless efforts in historical research and publications, preservation, and conservation of the natural environment.
A Fall River native, Al’s professional work includes forty-three years as a city planner and consultant for towns such as Concord, Massachusetts, and cities such as New Bedford.
Educated at UMASS Amherst earning a degree in Landscape Architecture, Al also holds graduate degrees from the University of Pennsylvania in City Planning and from Harvard University in Education.
Al was part of SAVE (Save Architecturally Valued Edifices) Inc., a group formed to prevent the demolition of the former Central Congregational Church; he was also involved in preventing the demolition of Broadview, the former home of Sarah Brayton on Highland Avenue.
Al was the leader of the cit